Keeps.SU- Pharmaceutical Knowledge Base - Page 3

14 Nov

AMD Vitamins: What the AREDS2 Study Says and Who Should Take Them

AREDS2 vitamins are proven to slow vision loss in people with intermediate or advanced macular degeneration. Learn who should take them, what's in the formula, and why they don't work for everyone.

14 Nov

When to Report Rare Side Effects from Generic Medications

Learn when and how to report rare side effects from generic medications. Understand what counts as serious, how to submit a report to the FDA, and why your input helps improve drug safety for everyone.

12 Nov

Statins and ALS: What the Latest Science Really Shows

Statins and ALS: What the latest science shows. No proven link exists. Stopping statins for ALS concerns can be dangerous. Learn what major health agencies say and why continuing treatment is often the safest choice.

9 Nov

FDA Regulatory Authority: How the Agency Approves Generic Drugs

The FDA approves generic drugs through the ANDA process, ensuring they're as safe and effective as brand-name drugs at a fraction of the cost. Learn how bioequivalence, manufacturing standards, and regulatory oversight make generics reliable.

1 Nov

Why Monitoring Digoxin Levels Is Critical for Patient Safety

Digoxin is effective for heart failure and arrhythmias but has a narrow safety margin. Monitoring blood levels regularly prevents life-threatening toxicity, especially in older adults and those with kidney issues.

31 Oct

How Drospirenone Helps Reduce Menstrual Migraines

Drospirenone in birth control pills helps reduce menstrual migraines by stabilizing estrogen levels. Learn how it works, who benefits, and what alternatives exist.

31 Oct

Valerian and Sedating Medications: What You Need to Know About CNS Depression Risk

Valerian may seem like a safe herbal sleep aid, but combining it with sedating medications can lead to dangerous CNS depression. Learn the real risks and what to do instead.

28 Oct

Dental Procedures on Blood Thinners: What You Need to Know About Bleeding Risk and Safety

Learn the latest guidelines on dental procedures while taking blood thinners. Discover when to stop or keep your medication, how to manage bleeding risk, and what dentists really recommend in 2025.

27 Oct

Statin Intolerance Clinics: How Structured Protocols Help Patients Tolerate Cholesterol Medication

Statin intolerance clinics use structured protocols to help patients who experience muscle pain from cholesterol meds. Learn how rechallenge, intermittent dosing, and non-statin therapies can restore heart protection without side effects.

25 Oct

Imatinib’s Role in Treating Myeloproliferative Neoplasms - Mechanism, Benefits & Risks

Explore how Imatinib works for myeloproliferative neoplasms, its clinical evidence, dosing, side‑effects, and how it compares to other MPN therapies.